The Minnesota Vikings made a big splash this offseason, as they finally solidified their quarterback position for the foreseeable future. The team utilized Sam Bradford and Case Keenum last season, with Keenum leading them to the NFC Championship Game. This offseason, the Vikings went out and signed former Washington Redskins signal-caller Kirk Cousins, and they should spend their first round pick protecting him.
On the Vikings offense line, there is certainly a need for more depth at the tackle position. One player the Vikings should consider drafting this late in round one is Kolton Miller from UCLA. Miller has a first round grade on him, and some like him as the second-best offensive tackle in this draft class. However, if he is available at No. 30, the Vikings have to spend the pick on him.
During his time with the Bruins, Miller did a nice job protecting Josh Rosen’s blindside. At the next level, he will likely start out on the right side of the line, but his size and strength project him to be a left tackle down the road. Minnesota has the defense to be a contender in the NFC once again in 2018, and bolstering the offensive line makes a lot of sense in round one, especially considering how late they are pickings.